The Tech Elite’s Existential Crisis: Why Silicon Valley is Throwing Its Weight Behind a "Pro-Democracy" Candidate
In a move that’s sending shockwaves throughout the industry, a group of Silicon Valley moguls, including Shark Tank’s Mark Cuban and LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, have joined forces to support Joe Biden’s running mate, Kamala Harris. But don’t be fooled – this isn’t just about tech policy. This is about the very survival of the free market and the American way of life.
According to the VCs for Kamala statement, these self-proclaimed "pro-business" leaders believe that the current state of American institutions is at an all-time low. And they’re right – or at least, they think they are. With Silicon Valley’s reputation for radical free-thinking and anti-establishment tendencies, it’s a surprise to see them jumping into bed with the Democratic establishment. But what’s driving this unprecedented display of bipartisanship?
Some might say that this sudden show of support is nothing more than a desperate attempt to salvage what’s left of the tech industry’s reputation in the eyes of the public. After all, who can forget the likes of Elon Musk and Marc Andreessen openly touting their support for Donald Trump? It’s a move that has left many in the industry red-faced and scrambling to rebrand themselves as champions of democracy.
